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Oil Circuit Breaker: Types

An oil circuit breaker (OCB) is a type of circuit breaker that uses oil as an arc quenching medium to interrupt the flow of electrical current in a circuit. It is mainly used for high voltage power systems, typically above… Continue Reading →

What is Dynamic Braking Resistors ?

Dynamic braking resistors are electrical devices used in braking systems to dissipate the excess energy generated by electric motors or generators during the braking process. When an electric motor or generator is decelerating or braking, it acts as a generator,… Continue Reading →

What is a Media Converter?

A media converter is a device that transforms one data communication port into another, enabling the conversion between different types of communication ports, including fiber ports and electrical ports like RJ-45 Ethernet.In other words,A media converter is a device used… Continue Reading →

Fan and filter in the electrical panel.

Fan and filter In an electrical control panel, a fan is a device used for ventilation and air circulation. It consists of a motor and fan blades rotating to draw air into the panel and expel hot air. On the… Continue Reading →

What is gland plate and cable gland ?

Gland plate A gland plate is a detachable plate at the top or bottom of an electrical panel made of sheet metal (stainless steel, mild steel) and plastic. Benefit of using gland plate. Gland plates are available in different types… Continue Reading →

What is Cable tie or zip tie ?

Cable ties also known as zip ties are generally made from nylon grade 6.6, stainless steel SS304 and SS316 and are commonly used to bundle items used in panels that hold cables and Designed to keep wires organized together, And… Continue Reading →

What is the Difference Between a Safety Relay and an Ordinary or a Common Relay?

Safety Relay A safety relay is a simple electrical device that performs the same function as a normal relay but has a more specialized design to implement safety functions in a hazard area and reduce the risk to an acceptable… Continue Reading →

What is an Armoured and Shielded Cable | Armoured vs. Shielded Cable

Armoured Cable An armour gives physical protection to the cable and armoured cable consists of a metal layer or made of copper or aluminum wrapped around the outside of the cable which protects the conductors from unwanted cuts or damage.So… Continue Reading →

What is Electric Motor and its practical application in real life.

An electric motor is a device which is convert the energy from electrical to mechanical. The first electric motor was invented in the year 1886 by Frank Julian Sprague.Electric motors are devices that convert electrical energy into mechanical energy. There… Continue Reading →

What is shielded twisted pair cable?

A shielded cable consists of individual wire pairs wrapped in foil. These foil pairs are wrapped one more time to ensure that outside interference does not get inside the cable. This cable is also called Shielded Twisted Pair (STP) cable.The… Continue Reading →

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